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DISTRICT OF TUMBLER RIDGE BUSINESS LICENCE BYLAW NO.757, 2025 A Bylaw to providefor the Licensing and Regulation of Businesses in the District of Tumbler Ridge. 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Citation This Bylaw maybecited for all purposesas "District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025." 1.2. Repeal Business Licence Bylaw No. 644, 2017, and all amendments thereto, are hereby repealed as of the date this Bylaw comesinto force. 1.3. Coming into Force This Bylaw shall come into force and take effect on January 1, 2026. READA FIRST TIME this 15th day of December, 2025. READ ASECOND TIME this 15th day of December, 2025. READ A THIRD TIME this 15th day of December, 2025. ADOPTEDthis 16th.day of December, 202 Adridna Alved, Corporate Officer District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 1 PART 2 -- GENERAL PROVISIONS 2.1 Forms and Procedures The District staff may establish and amend forms and administrative procedures as necessary forthe effective administration of this Bylaw. Such forms and procedures may be updated from time to time without requiring a bylaw amendment. 2.2 Transition Provisions All business licences issued under Business Licence Bylaw No. 644, 2017 shall remain valid until their expiry date. Upon renewal, such licences shall be subject to the provisionsof this Bylaw. 2.3 Severability If any section, subsection, sentence,clause, or phrase of this Bylaw is, for any reason, held to be invalid by a court of competentjurisdiction, that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Bylaw. PART 3 -- DEFINITIONS In this Bylaw, unless the context requires otherwise: ACCESSORYBUILDINGasdefinedin the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw, as amended from time to time; ACCOMMODATIONSERVICES meansbusinesses providing temporary or long-term lodging or residential care, including but not limited to, hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, hostels, boarding houses, rooming houses,assisted living facilities, group homes, and residential care facilities; (NEW) APPLICATION FEE meansa fee that may be charged bythe District at the time of submitting a business licence application, as may be determined in the District of Tumbler Ridge Fees and Charges Bylaw; (NEW) AMENDMENTFEE meansa fee payable to the District by an applicant when submitting a revised business licence application to reflect any amendmentsor changes,including, but not limited to, a transfer of location, change of business name, change of ownership, or modification of business activity, as determined in the District of Tumbler Ridge Fees and Charges Bylaw; AGENT meansany person who, by mutual consent, sells, solicits, offers for sale, takes orders for, or attempts tosell goods, services, investments or any otherthing, at a place other than a fixed place of business of the principal; APPLICANT meansa person whoapplies for a businesslicence underthis bylaw; District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 2 AUTOMOTIVE-BASED SERVICES means businesses providing vehicle-related sales, service, repair, or parking, including automotive sales, automotive repair and service, automotive parts and accessories, car washes, parking lots, vehicle rental, towing services, and fuel stations; BUSINESS meanscarrying on any commercial or industrial activity, trade, profession, personal service, or other undertaking for the purpose of gain or profit, and includes the provision of goods orservices, but does notinclude anyactivity carried on by the government,its agencies, or government-ownedcorporations. BUSINESS LICENCE meansa licence issued underthis bylaw authorizing the carrying on of a business; BUSINESS PREMISES meanstheland, building, or structure where a businessis carried on; CALENDARYEAR meanstheperiod from January 1st to December31st in any given year; CANNABIS means cannabis as defined in the federal and provincial legislation, as amended from time to time; CANNABISFACILITY meansa site, building, or portion of a building used for the production, processing, packaging, testing, research,or distribution of cannabis or cannabis products, and licensed under and defined by the Cannabis Act (Canada), amended from timeto time; CANNABIS STORE meansa retail establishment licensed under and defined by the Cannabis Control and Licensing Act (British Columbia), as amended from timeto time, that sells non- medical cannabis, cannabis accessories, or related products to the public for consumptionoff the premises; CARRY ON, CARRYING ON, CARRIED ON, and CARRIES ON mean to engagein, conduct, operate, manage, or allow any activity, trade, profession, or service that involves, or is intended to involve, the exchange of goods, services, or commodities for gain or profit; and includes any person who: (a) advertises, by any means, as being openfor businessof any kind; (b) buys, sells, barters, displays, or offers to buy, sell, or barter goodsorservices, on their own behalf or for others; or (c) advertises or otherwise offers to render professional, personal, or otherservices for gain or profit. CHARITABLE SOCIETY meansa society thatis registered as a charity underthe legislation and operates for charitable purposes, including relief of poverty, advancementof education or religion, or other purposesbeneficial to the community; CHILDCARE, HEALTH & MEDICAL SERVICES meansbusinesses providing childcare, health, or medical services, including, but not limited to, daycare centres, preschools, after-school programs, medical clinics, dental offices, physiotherapyclinics, massage therapy, counselling services, veterinary clinics, and other health and wellness services; District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 3 COMPLIANCE ORDER meansa written orderissued by the Licensing Officer requiring a person to remedy a violation of this bylaw; CONTRACTORS means businesses providing construction, repair, or general contracting services, including but not limited to, general contractors, electrical contractors, plumbing contractors, heating and air conditioning contractors, roofing contractors, landscaping contractors, excavation contractors, and specialized trade contractors; CULTURAL, RECREATIONAL & ENTERTAINMENTSERVICES meansbusinessesproviding arts, culture, recreational, or entertainment services, including theatres, museums,art galleries, fitness centres, sports facilities, entertainment venues, event planning services, and recreational equipmentrental; DISTRICT meansthe District of Tumbler Ridge, a municipal corporation in the Province of British Columbia; DOOR TO DOORSOLICITATION meansthe act of visiting or contacting residents at their premises, without prior invitation, for the purpose of requesting, inviting, or encouraging business, patronage, or other formsof support; DWELLING UNITasdefinedin the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw, as amended from time to time; E-COMMERCE meansthe buying andselling of goods or services conducted overthe internet or other electronic networks; EVENT means a temporary indoor or outdooractivity, gathering, or market that includes multiple vendors, mobile concessions,orretail sales. Events may be one-time, occasional, or recurring over a defined period (e.g., weekly summer fairs) but are short-term in nature. FFES AND CHARGES BYLAW meanstheDistrict of Tumbler Ridge Fees and Charges for Services and Information Bylaw, as amendedfrom timeto time; FOIPPA meansthe Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, as amended from time to time. FOOD, LIQUOR, TOBACCO/VAPOUR & CANNABIS SERVICES meansbusinesses engagedin the sale, production, preparation, processing, testing, or service of food, liquor, tobacco, vapour, or cannabis products, including but not limited to, restaurants, cafés, bars, liquor stores, grocery stores, food trucks, catering services, food processing facilities, tobacco and vapour shops, cannabisretail stores, and cannabis testing or processing facilities. GENERALSERVICES meansprofessional or personal service businesses, including accounting, legal services, real estate, insurance, consulting, financial services, personal care services, cleaning services, and other professional or personal services; District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 4 HOMEINDUSTRY meansthe useof a parcel containing a dwelling unit for an industrial or manufacturing business, including but not limited to a carpentry shop, a welding shop, a metal working shop, service and repair, assembly, and wholesaling, as defined and detailed by the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw amended from timeto time; HOME OCCUPATION (MAJOR) means an occupation, profession, trade, or craft in which remuneration is normally received for any goods or service provided and is operated ona residential property by residents of that property, as defined and detailed by the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw amended from time to time. A Home Occupation -- Major may extend to accessory buildings and may create additional traffic in receiving clients or deliveries but does not interfere with the rights of the other residents to quiet enjoymentof the residential neighbourhood. HOME OCCUPATION (MINOR) meansan occupation or profession in which remunerationis normally received for any goods or service provided and is operated within a Residence by residents of that property, as defined and detailed by the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw amended from time to time. A Home Occupation - Minoris restricted to business activities and storage within the dwelling or an accessory structure and generates minimal traffic beyond typical residential use and does notinterfere with the rights of the other residents to quiet enjoymentof the residential neighbourhood; INSPECTION FEE meansa fee payable to the District by an applicant or licence holder for inspections required underthis Bylaw,including, but not limited to, inspections of premises, equipment, or operations to ensure compliance, as may be determinedin the District of Tumbler Ridge Fees and Charges Bylaw; INSPECTOR means a person designated by the District to conduct inspections underthis bylaw; LICENCE meansa businesslicence issued underthis bylaw; LICENCE FEE meansa fee payable tothe District by a licence holderfor the issuance or renewal of any licence in this Bylaw, as determinedin the District of Tumbler Ridge Fees and Charges Bylaw. LICENCE YEAR meansthe period from January 1st to December 31st for which a business licenceis valid; LICENSEE meansa person whoholdsa valid business licence issued underthis bylaw; LICENSING OFFICER meansthe person designated by Council or the Chief Administrative Officer to administer this bylaw, or their authorized delegate; MANUFACTURING, WAREHOUSING, TRANSPORTATION & RESOURCES means businesses involved in industrial production, storage, transportation, or resource development, including, but not limited to, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, distribution centres, trucking companies, courier services, mining operations, forestry operations, and resource processingfacilities; District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 5 MOBILE VENDOR meansanyperson whooffers for sale and immediate delivery any food, drink, goods or merchandise from a motorvehicle, regardless of whether the unitis self- poweredorpulled by an independent vehicle, temporary structure or display, or stand, that is not permanently affixed to real property. Mobile vendors may operate independently or as part of an Event; NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION meansan organization, association, or society that operates without the purpose of generating profit for its members, and whoseactivities are primarily directed toward community,social, cultural, or recreational objectives, but is not necessarily registered as a charity underthelegislation. NON-RESIDENT BUSINESS meansa business that carries on operations in the District, or performs work or provides services within the District, but does not maintain a permanent place of business within the District. OFFENCE meansa violation of any provision of this bylaw; PERSONincludes an individual, corporation, partnership, party, and the heirs, executors, administrators or other legal representatives of a person to whom the context can apply according to law; PREMISES meansany areaof land, including a lot or parcel, with or without buildings or structures, and includes, but is not limited to, a store, office, dwelling unit, warehouse, factory, building, enclosure, or other place occupied or capable of being occupied by any person for the purposeof carrying on a business; PRIMARYACTIVITY meansthe main businessactivity that generates the majority of revenue or occupies the majority of business operations; PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION means any Act, regulation, or order of the Province of British Columbia, as amendedfrom time to time; RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY meansproperty zonedfor residential use underthe District's Zoning Bylaw; RESIDENTIAL ZONE meansany zone designated as residential in the District's Zoning Bylaw, as amended from timeto time; SALES BUSINESSES meansbusinessesselling goods or equipment to consumers, including retail stores, specialty shops, equipmentsales, furniture stores, electronics stores, sporting goodsstores, and otherretail establishments; SHORT-TERM RENTAL means a guest home, guest suite, guest room, or portion thereof, located in a residential zone or a permitted commercial zone,that is offered or made available for temporary accommodation. The maximum stay for any guest shall not exceed 90 District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 6 consecutive days, or such otherlimits as may be established by provincial legislation or the District of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw, as amended from time to time; TEMPORARYLICENCE meansa business licence valid for a period not exceeding thirty (30) consecutive days; ZONING BYLAW meanstheDistrict of Tumbler Ridge Zoning Bylaw, as amended from time to time. PART 4-- LICENCE REQUIREMENTS AND COMPLIANCE 4.1. Licence Requirement A businesslicence is required for all businesses carried on within the District, whether or not they operate from a premisesin the District. 4.2. E-Commerce Businesses conducting sales or providing services online or through other electronic means from a location within the District are also required to hold a valid businesslicence. 4.3. Vending and Canvassing onDistrict Streets A businesslicence is required for persons wishing to canvass,solicit, or conduct business on any street or in any public place within the District. 4.4. Prohibition: Door-to-DoorSolicitation No personshall engagein door-to-door solicitation for the purposeofselling, promoting, or advertising any goods, services, or business within the District of Tumbler Ridge. This prohibition applies to all areas of the District, whether or not the person holds a business licence. Note: Fundraising by, or for the benefit of, charitable or non-profit organizations, schools, churches, food banks, or similar community groups is not considered door-to-door solicitation. 4.5 Separate Licence for Each Business A separate licence is required for each business carried on by a person, except where specifically provided otherwisein this bylaw. 4.6 Separate Licence for Each Location Where a personcarries on the samebusiness at more than onelocation within the District, a separatelicence is required for each location. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 7 4.7 Compliance with Other Laws The issuance of a business licence does not: (a) authorize the violation of any other bylaw of the District or any federalor provincial law; (b) authorize the carrying on of a business in a building or on land in contravention of any zoning bylaw ofthe District; or (c) constitute approval under any other bylaw or enactment. PART 5 -- BUSINESS LICENCE CATEGORIES 5.1 Activity-Based Categories For the purposesof this Bylaw, businesses are categorized based ontheir primaryactivity as follows: (a) Accommodation Services (b) Automotive-Based Services (c) Childcare, Health & Medical Services (d) Contractors (e) Cultural, Recreational & Entertainment Services (f) Food, Liquor, Tobacco/Vapour & Cannabis Services (g) General Services (h) Manufacturing, Warehousing, Transportation & Resources (i) Sales Businesses A detailed list of business types, including examples for each category and the land uses authorized in the Zoning Bylaw, will be prepared and maintained by District staff as an appendix to this Bylaw. This appendix may be updated or amended from time to time without requiring an amendmenttothis Bylaw. 5.2 Home-Based Business Categories Home-based businesses are categorized asfollows: (a) HomeIndustry; (b) Home Occupation (Major); and (c) Home Occupation (Minor). The Zoning Bylaw contains detailed information on each type of home-based business, including the differences and applicable requirements. 5.3 Special Categories Special business licence categories include: (a) Mobile Vendor; (b) Event; (c) Temporary Licence; (d) Non-Resident Business; and District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 8 (e) Short-Term Rental Further details regarding the licensing process, conditions, and requirements for these special categories are providedin Part 16 of this Bylaw. 5.4 Category Determination The Licensing Officer shall determine the applicable category based on the nature,scale, impact, and duration of the activity or event for whichthe licenceis sought, with regard to the definitions and classifications established in this Bylaw and the Zoning Bylaw. PART 6 -- BUSINESS LICENCE APPLICATION 6.1 Application Requirements Every application for a businesslicence shall: (a) be madein writing on the form prescribed by the District; (b) be signed by the applicant or an authorized agent of the applicant (authorization proof in writing); (c) contain all information required by the prescribed form; (d) be accompanied by the applicable fee as established in the District's Fees and Charges Bylaw; and (e) include any additional documentation required by the Licensing Officer. 6.2 Additional Information The Licensing Officer may require an applicant to provide additional information, documentation, proof of regulatory compliance, or any other evidence deemed necessary to determine whetherto issue, refuse, or impose conditions on a businesslicence. 6.3 Incomplete Applications An application that does not comply with the requirements of this bylaw shall be deemed incomplete and maybe returned to the applicant. 6.4 False Information No person shall provide false or misleading information in an application for a business licence. 6.5 Application Processing (a) require an inspection of the premisespriorto issuing the licence or as a condition of approval; (b) consider the applicant's history of compliance with this Bylaw or any otherDistrict bylaw, including whether a previouslicence has been suspended or revoked within the last two (2) licence periods; (c) refuse to issue a licenceif the applicant or property ownerhasany outstanding bylaw infractions, unpaid fees, fines, or penalties under the District's Municipal Ticketing District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 9 Information Bylaw; (d) impose conditions necessary to ensure compliance with applicable bylaws, regulations, or safety requirements; or (e) refer the application to Council for direction or decision. PART 7 -- INSPECTIONS 7.1 Inspection Authority The Director of Protective Services, Fire Chief, or their authorized delegates may inspect any business premises to determine compliance with this bylaw and other applicable laws. 7.2 Inspection Requirements The Licensing Officer may require an inspection of business premises as a condition of issuing, renewing, or maintaining a business licence, based on: (a) the nature andrisk level of the businessactivity; (b) public health and safety considerations; (c) compliance history; (d) complaints received; or (e) other factors deemed relevant. 7.3 Right of Entry An Inspector may, at any reasonable time and upon producing proper identification, enter and inspect any business premises for the purpose of determining compliance with this bylaw. 7.4 Inspection Costs The cost of inspections required under this bylaw may be charged to the applicant or licensee as established in the District's Fees and Charges Bylaw. 7.5 Inspection Reports Following an inspection, the Inspector shall report to the Licensing Officer informing any deficiencies or non-compliance issuesidentified. PART 8 -- LICENCE ISSUANCE AND CONDITIONS 8.1 Licence Issuance The Licensing Officer may issue a businesslicenceif satisfied that: (a) the application is complete and accurate; (b) the applicable fees have been paid; (c) the business complies with all applicable bylaws and regulations; District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 10 (d) any required inspections have been completed satisfactorily; and (e) the issuance of the licence would not be contrary to the public interest. 8.2 Licence Refusal The Licensing Officer may refuse to issue a business licence if any of the conditions above are notsatisfied. 8.3 Licence Conditions The Licensing Officer may issue a licence with certain conditions, as deemed necessary to ensure compliance with this Bylaw and applicable laws. Such conditions mayinclude, but are notlimited to: (a) hours of operation; (b) parking and traffic management,in consultation with relevant enforcementauthorities; (c) noise control measures, consistent with applicable bylaws; (d) periodic inspections or reporting requirements. Note: Compliance with other bylawsor legislation remains the responsibility of the relevant enforcement authority. The Licensing Officer may require evidence of compliance and coordinate with these authorities as necessary to ensure that licence conditions are met. 8.4 Licence Display Every licencee shall keep their business licence in a visible location on the business premises so thatit is easily seen by the public and inspectors. 8.5 Licence Validity A businesslicenceis valid only for the licence year in whichitis issued, or for any specific period explicitly stated on the licence. The licence applies solely to the business, location, and activities listed in the licence records and does not authorize any other business, location, or activity. PART 9 -- LICENCE RENEWAL 9.1 Renewal Requirement Except for temporary or eventlicences, every licensee must renew their business licence annually by submitting the prescribed renewal feeto the District prior to January 31 of each year. 9.2 Licensee Responsibility It is the sole responsibility of the licensee to ensure that the businesslicence is renewed on time, whetheror not the District has issued or delivered a renewal noticeor invoice. 9.3 Late Fee for Non-Renewal District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 11 A Business Licence that is not renewed by January 31 of each year may be subject to a late fee, as established in the Fees and Charges Bylaw,if applicable. 9.4 Licence Cancellation for Continued Non-Renewal If the business licence is not reactivated by March 31 of the same year, the licence shall be cancelled without further notice by the District. The business will then be required to submit a new licence application and pay any applicable application fee, as established in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. 9.5 Effect of Cancellation Once a licence has been cancelled underthis Part, the business shall not continue to operate until a new licence has been issued in accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw. PART 10 -- LICENCE AMENDMENT 10.1 Licence Amendment -- Change of Business Activity Where a licensee proposesto changethe nature, type, or scope of businessactivity carried on underan existing licence, the licensee must apply to amend thelicence. The proposed activity must: (a) comply with all applicable provisions of the Zoning Bylaw and any otherDistrict bylaws or regulations; and (b) be consistent with the permitted or authorized uses of the location identified in the Zoning Bylaw. If the changein activity results in a different businessclassification or category, the licence maybereclassified and the licensee shall be required to pay the applicable amendmentfee plus any difference in the annual licence fee, as well as meet any additional requirements prescribed in the Fees and ChargesBylaw. 10.2 Licence Amendment - Changeof Business Location Where a licensee proposes to change the address or location of the business, the new location must comply with the Zoning Bylaw and any other applicable bylaws and regulations. The licensee must not commence operation at the newlocation until: (a) the proposed premises have been inspected and approved bytheDistrict, when required; and (b) the amended licence has beenissued by theDistrict. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 12 PART 11 -- LICENCE TRANSFER 11.1 General Requirement Any person who acquires a business or a controlling interest in a business licensed under this Bylaw must obtain approval from the District for a transfer of the licence prior to carrying on the business. 11.2 Application Requirements Any person proposing to obtain a transfer of a business licence must apply to the District in the prescribed form and provide any information required by the Licensing Officer. The powers, conditions, requirements, and procedures applicable to an initial licence application shall apply to a transfer application, except that no new licence fee shall be payable unless otherwise specified in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. 11.3 Authorization of Transfer by Current Licensee If the applicant for the transfer (the transferee) is not the current licensee, the current licensee (the transferor) must provide written authorization permitting the transfer of the business licence to the transferee before the transfer is approved. 11.4 Effect of Unapproved Transfer No personshall carry on a business undera transferred or acquired licence until the District has approvedthe transfer and issued confirmation of the amendedlicence. PART 12 -- FEES AND CHARGES 12.1 Fee Schedule All fees and charges underthis bylaw are established in the District's Fees and Charges Bylaw, as amended from timeto time. 12.2. Fee Reduction The Fees and Charges Bylaw mayestablish reduced business licence fees for applications received partway throughthe year, such as during a specific quarter or half-year period. 12.2 Payment Required All fees must be paidin full before a licence is issued or renewed. 12.3 Fee Exemption: Charitable Societies and Non-Profit Organizations Registered charitable societies and non-profit organizations are exempt from payment of any licence fees underthis Bylaw. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 13 12.4 Non-Refundable Fees Licence fees are non-refundable except as specifically provided in the District's fee policies or bylaws. PART 13 -- DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY 13.1 Licensing Officer Authority The Licensing Officer has the authority delegated by Council through the Delegation of Authority Bylaw, as amendedfrom timeto time. 13.2 Referral to Council The Licensing Officer may refer any matter to Council for decision, including: (a) applications that do not meet standardcriteria; (b) complex or controversial applications; (c) appeals or reconsideration requests; and (d) enforcement matters requiring Council direction. PART 14 --- ENFORCEMENT 14.1 Compliance Orders Wherethe Licensing Officer determines that a person is in contravention of this Bylaw or any condition of a business licence, the Licensing Officer may issue a written compliance order requiring the person to remedy the contravention within a specified time period. Failure to comply with such order mayresult in further enforcementaction. 14.2 Licence Suspension or Cancellation The Licensing Officer may suspend, or recommendto Council the cancellation of, a business licence where: (a) the licensee has contravened this Bylaw or any other applicable enactment; (b) the licensee has provided false or misleading information in an application or renewal; (c) the business posesa risk to public health, safety, or welfare; or (d) the licensee hasfailed to comply with licence conditions, compliance orders, or other regulatory requirements. Before a suspensionor cancellationis finalized, the licensee shall be notified in writing and provided an opportunity to respond,in accordance with applicable District procedures. 14.3 Offences and Penalties (a) A person whocontravenes, causes, permits, or allows any act or thing to be donein violation of this Bylaw commits an offence andis liable, upon conviction, to a fine or District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 14 penalty in accordancewith applicable provincial legislation or District bylaws. (b) This Bylaw may be enforced by meansofticketing or any other method authorized under provincial or municipal legislation. (c) In addition to fines or penalties, a court may make further orders as permitted under law, including compliance, remedial, or prohibitory orders. (d) No personshall obstruct or interfere with a Licence Inspector or Bylaw Officer acting underthe authority of this Bylaw. 14.4 Continuing Offence Where an offenceis of a continuing nature, each day that the offence continues constitutes a separate and distinct offence. 14.5 Other Remedies Nothing in this Bylaw limits the District's authority to pursue any other lawful remedy available under provincial legislation or at common law,including injunction or civil proceedings. PART 15 -- RECONSIDERATION PROCESS 15.1 Right to Reconsideration An applicant or licensee who disagrees with a decision of the Licensing Officer may request reconsideration of that decision. 15.2 Reconsideration Application A requestfor reconsideration must: (a) be madein writing within 30 days of the decision; (b) state the groundsfor reconsideration; (c) include any supporting documentation; and (d) be accompanied by any applicable fee as established in the Fees and ChargesBylaw. 15.3 Reconsideration Process (a) Upon receiving a request for reconsideration, the Licensing Officer shall: (i) review the original decision andall relevant information; (ii) consider any new information provided; (iii) confirm, modify, or reverse the original decision; and (iv) provide written reasonsfor the reconsideration decision. (b) If the request for reconsideration does not include any new orsubstantive information that may affect the outcome, the Licensing Officer shall forward the matter directly to Council for consideration. (c) If the applicant or licensee is not satisfied with the reconsideration decision made by the Licensing Officer, they may submit a written appeal to Council within thirty (30) days of receiving the reconsideration decision. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 15 (d) Council may confirm, vary, or reverse the decision under appeal and shall provide written reasonsfor its determination. PART 16 -- SPECIAL LICENCE CATEGORIES APPLICATION 16.1 Special Licence Categories Application In addition to the general requirements of this Bylaw, the following categories are subject to specific provisions as set out below. 16.2 Mobile Vendors 16.2.1 Licence Requirement All mobile vendors must hold a valid District of Tumbler Ridge businesslicence. 16.2.2 Location Permissions Mobile vendors may operate on either private or District property, subject to the following requirements: (a) District Property: Vendors mustfirst obtain written authorization from the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) or delegate and provide comprehensive general liability insurance in an amount recommended by the District's insurance provider, naming the District as an additional insured, before beginning operations. (b) District Property leased or operated by another organization or individual: If the property is leased or operated by another organization or individual, authorization must be obtained from that party. (c) Private Property: Vendors must obtain a letter of permission from the property ownerbefore operating. 16.2.3 Proximity Restriction Mobile food vendors must not operate within 25 metres of a permanently established food outlet unless they have written authorization from the business owneror delegate from that outlet. 16.2.4 Health Authority Requirement If selling food, vendors are responsible for obtaining any necessary permits and approvals from relevant health authorities prior to submitting their business licence application. 16.2.5 Operating Requirements Vendors must maintain their operating location in a safe, clean, and unobstructed condition atall times. All applicable laws and regulations, including public health,fire, building, and zoning requirements, must be complied with. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 16 16.2.6 Separate Licence Requirement Each mobile vendorrequires a separate businesslicence, except when covered under a valid Event licence as provided elsewherein this Bylaw. 16.3 Events 16.3.1 Licence Requirement An Event Licence is required for any indoor or outdoor event, market, fair, festival, or similar activity involving multiple vendors engaged inretail sales, food service, or other business activities. 16.3.2 Application and Coverage (a) The Event Organizer must apply for the Event Licence using the prescribed application form and submit all required documentation. (b) One Event Licence coversall participating vendors for the duration of the event, whetherit is a single occurrence or a recurring series (e.g., a weekly summer market). (c) Vendors operating under an approved Event Licence do not require individual businesslicences for that event. 16.3.3 Application Timing Applications must be submitted at least fourteen (14) calendar days before thefirst scheduled occurrence of the event. Applications will only be acceptedif all required information and documents are complete to allow theDistrict sufficient time to review and processthelicence. 16.3.4 Location Permissions Events may occur onprivate orDistrict property, subject to the following requirements: (a) District Property: If the property is directly managed bythe District, the organizer must obtain written authorization from the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) or delegate and provide comprehensive general liability insurance in an amount recommended by the District's insurance providerfor the type of event, naming the District as an additional insured, before operations commence. (b) District Property leased or operated by another organization or individual: If the property is leased or operated by another organization or individual, authorization must be obtained from thatparty. (c) Public Roads or Highways: Authorization is required from the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) or, where applicable, the relevant authority (e.g., Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure) prior to operating on public roads or highways. (d) Private Property: The organizer must obtain a letter of permission from the property ownerprior to operating. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 17 16.3.5 Vendor Managementand Health Requirements (a) The application must include a complete vendorlist to allow scheduling of any required inspections. (b) If vendors are added after the application is approved, the organizer must immediately update the vendor list. Vendors requiring inspection may notparticipate if the updatedlist is not submitted in time for the Fire Departmentor other authorities to complete the inspection. (c) Only vendors appearing on the approved vendorlist may participate in the event. (d) The organizeris responsible for ensuring that all vendors comply with Health,Fire, and otherapplicable regulations, including obtaining Northern Health approval for any food sales. (e) Vendors must maintain their operating areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition at all times during the event. 16.3.6 Recurring Events For recurring or episodic events (such as a weekly summerfair), a single Event Licence maybe issued for the full duration of the event series. The vendorlist must be kept current throughoutthe licensed period and updated as described in section 16.3.5. 16.3.7 Separate Licence Requirement Each separate event or recurring series requires a distinct Event Licence, even if organized by the same applicant in the same year. 16.4.7 Exemptions An Eventlicence is not required for performances, concerts, exhibitions, entertainment, or concessionsheld inside licensed theatres or other premises already authorized for that purpose. 16.5 Temporary Licence 16.5.1. Licence Requirement TheDistrict may issue a temporary businesslicence for a limited duration, not exceeding 30 (thirty) consecutive days. The District may impose additional conditions as deemed necessary to ensure compliance with applicable bylaws, policies, or safety requirements. 16.5.1 Application and Coverage (a) The applicant must submit a completed application at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the start of operations. (b) The licence applies solely to the business, location, and activities specified in the licence. (c) Separate applications are required for each distinct business activity or location. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 18 16.5.2 Health and Safety Requirements If food is sold or served, the licence holder is responsible for obtaining any required approvals or permits from the Health Authority or other applicable authorities before submitting the application. 16.5.3 Renewal Restrictions and Separate Licence Requirement A Temporary Licence is non-renewable and valid only for the specific period stated in the licence. Each distinct occurrence of a temporary business activity requires a new application and the issuance of a separate TemporaryLicence. 16.6 Non-Resident Business 16.6.1 Licence Requirement Any business based outside the District but conducting work, services, or sales within the District must obtain a Non-Resident Business Licence prior to commencing operations, unless the business holds a valid Inter-Community or Temporary Business Licence authorizing operations within the District. 16.6.2 Compliance with District Regulations Non-Resident Businesses are subject to all applicable provisions of this Bylaw while operating within the District, including but not limited to health, safety, zoning, and permitting requirements. 16.6.3 Term of Licence A Non-Resident Business Licenceis valid for the licence year in whichit is issued, unless otherwise stated on thelicence. 16.7 Short-Term Rental 16.7.1 Licence Requirement (a) No personshall operate, offer, or advertise a Short-Term Rental without a valid business licence issued under this Bylaw. (b) A Short-Term Rental licence is valid during the calendar year of the application and must be renewed annually. (c) The issuance or renewal of a business licence under this Bylaw for a does not authorize the operator to offer stays exceeding the duration permitted under provincial legislation. (d) This Bylaw operates in addition to and in compliance with the Short-Term Rental provincial legislation and its regulations, and nothingin this Bylaw is intendedto limit or conflict with provincial legislation. District of Tumbler Ridge Business Licence Bylaw No. 757, 2025 19 16.7.2 Provincial Compliance Operators must comply with Short-Term Rental provincial legislation and its regulations. 16.7.3 Compliance with Other Regulations Every person operating a Short-Term Rental must comply with all applicable District bylaws, including but notlimited to the Zoning Bylaw, Traffic and Highways Bylaw, and Noise Control Bylaw, as each may be amendedorreplaced from timeto time. 16.7.4 Inspections and Conditions (a) Short-Term Rentals are subject to annual inspections, or such other periodic inspectionsas the Licensing Officer deems necessary. (b) The Licensing Officer may impose conditions on the licence, require remedial measures, suspend orcancel thelicence forfailure to comply with this Bylaw or other applicable bylaws. 16.7.5 Operational Standards Each Short-Term Rental must provide sufficient on-property parking. 16.7.6 Application Requirements In addition to the general application requirements underthis Bylaw, every application for a Short-Term Rental licence must include: (a) Proof of ownership of the dwelling unit to be used; (b) Contact information for one (1) local contact, who may be the applicant or a property manager, and who mustbe able to respond on a 24-hour basis to telephone inquiries from the District or a Municipal Officer; (c) For a Short-Term Rental located within a multi-unit residential building (not stratified), a letter signed by an authorized representative of the property owneror managementcorporation consenting to the operation; (d) For a Short-Term Rental located within a strata property, a letter signed by the Strata Council President or designate consenting to the operation; (e) Any additional information or documentation required by the Licensing Officer. 16.7.7 Guest Registry Requirement Every person operating a Short-Term Rental must: (a) Establish and maintain a daily guest registry containing each guest's name, telephone number, address, and vehicle licence plate number; and (b) Provide a copyof the guestregistry to the Licensing Officer upon request. 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